Fish, Jefferson M, PhD
The Myth of Race
- ISBN 13:
- 9781539987932
- author:
- Fish, Jefferson M, PhD
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 154
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 0.9 centimetres (0.1
- Genre:
- Nonfiction, Social Sciences, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Myth of Race by Jefferson M. Fish, PhD is a thought-provoking exploration of the concept of race and its impact on our understanding of human diversity. Dr. Fish challenges common misconceptions about race, revealing that the idea of distinct biological races does not exist in humans. Instead, he argues that cultural categories for labeling people based on their appearance are often rooted in historical and social contexts, rather than any inherent biological differences. By examining these two concepts - biological and social race - Dr. Fish sheds light on how our understanding of race has been shaped by science, culture, and history, leading to a more nuanced and accurate understanding of human diversity.
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